2004 Infiniti G35 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Infiniti G35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Infiniti G35 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 276 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 567 kg more than 2004 Infiniti G35.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Infiniti G35. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Infiniti G35 (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Touareg. (361 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Infiniti G35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Infiniti G35 | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Infiniti | Volkswagen |
| Model | G35 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2137 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4795 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2893 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |
